Alamance Elementary

Alamance Elementary serves 499 students in grades PK through 5 in Greensboro, NC, operating within the Guilford County Schools district. The school has earned a 4-star rating and currently ranks 268th out of 1,492 North Carolina elementary schools, placing it in the 82nd percentile. This strong performance is consistent over time, as Alamance has remained in the upper quartile of elementary schools for the past decade—a notable achievement considering the Guilford County district itself ranks in the 39th percentile statewide.

For parents comparing nearby schools, Alamance stands out academically. It outperforms the state and district averages in every subject and grade tested. For instance, 4th-grade math proficiency (78.4%) and 5th-grade science proficiency (83.5%) are roughly 20 percentage points higher than district averages. The closest academically comparable school, Pleasant Garden Elementary, ranks nearly 300 places lower, while nearby schools like Waldo C Falkener Senior Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in the bottom 10% of the state. Alamance achieves these results despite spending less per student ($10,448) than most neighboring schools, indicating that strong teaching and school culture—not just extra money—are driving its success.

The school also shows impressive outcomes for historically underserved students, with African American students ranking in the 94th percentile and low-income students in the 88th percentile statewide. One area for parents to investigate is the Gifted/Talented program, which ranks in the 17th percentile. Additionally, Alamance has a chronic absenteeism rate of 21.5%, far better than the district average of 29.2% and much lower than nearby Vandalia Elementary (37.8%) and Gillespie Park Elementary (35.1%). Even though the school has a high rate of economic need, its strong attendance and reliable, decade-long academic performance make it an excellent choice for families in Greensboro.